Definitions and Examples of fragile, weak, delicate
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Easily broken or damaged; delicate.
Example
The vase was so fragile that it broke into pieces when it fell off the table.
Lacking physical strength or power; feeble.
Example
He was too weak to lift the heavy box and had to ask for help.
Easily broken, damaged, or injured; fragile.
Example
The flowers were delicate and needed to be handled with care.
Key Differences: fragile vs weak vs delicate
- 1Fragile refers to something that is easily broken or damaged, often implying a need for careful handling.
- 2Weak describes something that lacks physical strength or power, and may imply a lack of resilience or endurance.
- 3Delicate suggests something that is easily broken, damaged, or injured, and may imply a need for gentle handling.
Effective Usage of fragile, weak, delicate
- 1Describing Objects: Use these antonyms to describe objects that have different levels of durability or strength.
- 2Comparing People: Use these antonyms to compare people's physical strength or resilience.
- 3Giving Advice: Use these antonyms to give advice on how to handle fragile or delicate objects.
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Remember this!
The antonyms of sturdy are fragile, weak, and delicate. These words describe things that are not strong, durable, or robust. Use these antonyms to describe objects, compare people's physical strength, or give advice on how to handle fragile or delicate objects.
